2 Soddy-Daisy police officers fired for testifying against colleague in vehicular homicide case.

2 Soddy-Daisy police officers, Jake Elrod and Eric Jenkins, were fired for testifying against fellow officer Jeremy Wright in a case involving former EMT Justin Whaley. Whaley's conviction was challenged, leading to a judge ordering a new trial. The officers claim they were wrongfully terminated, but the city maintains it was due to insubordination, not retaliation. Whaley awaits a new trial for vehicular homicide and DUI charges.

August 01, 2024
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